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Iraq and US Discuss Ceasefire in Gaza and Joint Counter-Terrorism Efforts

Strategic Insights

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Deputy Prime Minister Fuad Hussein met with US Ambassador Alina Romanski to discuss the ongoing ceasefire negotiations in Gaza and the escalation of military operations against ISIS in the Anbar desert. The meeting reaffirmed the strong cooperation between Iraq and the US in the fight against terrorism. The two countries also discussed their participation in the upcoming international coalition against ISIS conference in Washington and their roles in the United Nations General Assembly meetings in New York.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that Deputy Prime Minister Fuad Hussein met with US Ambassador Alina Romanski to discuss ceasefire negotiations in Gaza and sending aid to the region, particularly medical aid.
  • The meeting highlighted the success of the joint cooperation between Iraqi and American forces in neutralizing 15 ISIS terrorists in the Anbar desert.
  • The conference of the international coalition against ISIS, scheduled to be held in Washington in early September, will be attended by 87 partners, including Iraq, with a focus on combating the terrorist organization in Iraq and Syria.
  • The two countries discussed their participation in the United Nations General Assembly meetings in New York, including holding bilateral meetings on the sidelines.
  • The meetings emphasized the importance of coordination between the US and Iraq in countering terrorism and promoting regional stability.
  • The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the meeting touched on the conference of the international coalition against ISIS, which was established to primarily combat ISIS in Iraq and Syria.

Statistics:

  • 15 ISIS terrorists were neutralized in the Anbar desert as a result of joint operations between Iraqi and American forces.
  • 87 partners will participate in the international coalition against ISIS conference in Washington, including Iraq.
  • The conference will focus on combating the terrorist organization ISIS in Iraq and Syria.
  • The United Nations General Assembly meetings in New York will be attended by dozens of world leaders, including Iraq and US delegations.

Sources:

  • National Iraqi News Agency (Iraqi News)
  • Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs statement

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